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Ardgillan Castle and Demesne is Ireland's hidden gem. Set in spectacular parklands overlooking the Irish Sea with a magnificent view of the Mourne Mountains. As well as the castle, the demesne features a walled and rose garden both of which present...more

A casual walk around the grounds provides both some great exercise and lesson in Irish history. We took a walking tour of the castle/country manor which gave us a glimpse into the life style of eighteenth and nineteenth century rural living with a touch of...More

If want to get away from Dublin, take the Dart to either Skerries or Balbriggan and checked the beautiful gardens of the castle. I started in Skerries and walked all the way to Balbriggan by the road along the coast stopping at the castle. Highly...More

Over the years I have been a regular visitor to Ardgillan and enjoyed the wonderful views and fresh air. However the catering facilities have always been average at best. But on recent visits the standards have dropped below even the average level. It took an...More

We brought our 3 year old here for the 1st time. There is a lovely walk to an amazing playground that caters for all ages. There's a serious wasp problem here though like many public places. We then walked to the castle to get food....More

Ardgillan Castle was a last minute decision for a day out with the family. So glad we decided to go there. Playground was fantastic. The grounds were spectacular. Rose garden, walled garden, fairy doors everywhere. We walked around for ages. Ice cream in the lovely...More

Called in here around 1:00pm on Sunday. No soup or sandwiches, or anything hot on offer - just pastries. Was served tea and coffee by a girl with disgustingly dirty fingernails. Took our refreshments into the second room to sit down - it was filthy....More

Went here for first time with wife and two young children,was disappointed there was no additional spaces in car park for parent/toddlers so was bad start. However upon entering castle are gorgeous views of sea beyond castle. The grounds are kept in excellent condition by...More